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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL - NOVEMBER 9, 1998 7 . suggested this figure be reproduced in color. Mr. Ringwald indicated that color is being used for Figure 7.1 and the Council inadvertently received copies which were black and white. Mayor Probst referred to page 82, the Street Design Standards, and suggested Staff may consider adding more detailed information. Mr. Ringwald stated Staff was attempting to express the need for a policy for alternative street designs standards for particular types of roadways without being too specific. This would provide direction for design engineers to detennine when alternative design standards are needed to be used. Mayor Probst indicated that his specific concern is the curb and gutter issue. There has been much disCllssion over the years of how much detail to include in this area and whether to address the notion that it ties into the classification of streets. Mr. Ringwald stated Staff had considered including the current street standards in this section. It was determined however, that there is not enough direction and it may not be appropriate to have the Planning Commission discussing alternative street designs. The issue was brought up as a topical item and ifthe Council detennines additional information is needed, it can be added. Mayor Probst indicaled he does not feel the need to add more information, he primarily wanted to ensure the issue is being addressed. Mayor Probst asked for further explanation of where Staff is in regard to the process of the update and confirmation that Staff has fully reviewed the document and is comfortable with its content. Mr. Ringwald indicated that Staff is comfortable with the document. He noted Staff has . had conversations with surrounding cities regarding topical items which Arden Hills would like to have covered in their Plans and vise-versa. The document will be familiar 10 the surrounding cities when it comes time for their review. There have also been discussions with the School District and Ramsey County. The Planning Commission had discussed the opportunity for additional public comments and the 60-day window will allow for these comments to be received and evaluated. Mayor Probst asked if the Parks and Recreation Commission has fully reviewed Chapter Five. Mr. Ringwald indicated they have. Mayor Probst referred to the Implementation Chapter and noted there are a series of recommendations and, in general, it suggests a plan for some of the improvements. He asked if Staff has, or will have, an impression of what the impact will be on the Capital Improvement planning and the budget. Mr. Ringwald indicated that certain items which are not a part ofthe Capital Improvement Plan, such as parkways, need to be considered in future planning. With regard to the budget, items will be budgeted for and, as it often happens, some items will be accomplished in the year they were planned and others will be delayed due to other priorities. Mr. Ringwald stated Staff did not go into great detail, however, they did provide specific numbers and schedules when available to ensure the items are considered. He also suggested the need to look into alternative funding sources and aitempt to influence the way Ramsey County prioritizes their funding to allow some of the capital expenses to be available through other sources, not just the City's general fund. . Mayor Probst suggested, at some point, Staff should provide an assessment of the improvements and indicate which will require minor and/or significant increases to the budget.